Which body, created by Congress in 2016, coordinates the official America250 celebration?

The United States Semiquincentennial Commission, created by Congress in 2016, coordinates the official America250 celebration.

The commission is a nonpartisan congressional organization established to plan and encourage observances for the 250th anniversary of American independence. Its public program is commonly branded as America250, a shorter name designed for national events and communications.

This commission should not be confused with the American Revolution Bicentennial Commission, which was created in 1966 for the 1976 anniversary. The Bicentennial organization eventually gave way to the American Revolution Bicentennial Administration, which coordinated a broad network of local events.

America250 emphasizes participation across the United States rather than a single host city. Its anniversary date is July 4, 2026, the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence’s adoption.